The wind whistles in the bamboo
and the bamboo dances.
When the wind stops,
the bamboo grows still.
A silver bird
flies over the autumn lake.
When it has passed,
the lake’s surface does not try
to hold on to the image of the bird.
~Poems by Vietnamese Dhyana Master Hai (Ocean of Fragrance)
Cited: Thich Nhat Hanh, The Heart of The Buddha’ Teachings

Brenda, thank you. This connected me to such a loving presence! I appreciate it greatly. Blessings, Debbie
Debbie, I experienced the writing as beautifully profound
Your X in the reflection is marvelous. 😀
Thank you Cee. I think the reflection was waiting for this x challenge.